Winter

Winter Camping Can Suck — Or It Can Be Epic: Watch

‘Winter camping has the potential to be the worst experience of your life.’ Or the best! Watch this homage to camping in the coldest season…

Written by Nate Mitka March 01, 2019

Ride for Equity: Julbo Goggle Supports Women Crushers

Renowned athlete/activist Caroline Gleich launches goggles to promote mountain exploration and equal opportunity for women — from the outdoors to the office.

Written by Morgan Tilton February 27, 2019

Ski Photography: How to Carry a Camera While Skiing or Snowboarding

Skiing and snowboarding are eye-catching activities for photography. But it’s tricky to carry an expensive camera with you on the wet and cold slopes. Use…

Written by Nate Mitka February 26, 2019

Watch 18-Year-Olds Huck Triple Backflips: Quiksilver ‘Young Guns’

Some of the best young skiers on the planet gathered in Revelstoke to go as big as possible for Quiksilver’s Young Guns competition.

Written by Nate Mitka February 25, 2019

Cozy KEENs: End-of-Winter Sale on Boots & Shoes

The biggest deals right now are on KEEN’s insulated products, with up to 60 percent off select styles.

Written by Julie Kailus February 22, 2019

Flash Sale: 25% Off MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes

A good pair of modular snowshoes can let you do a lot more in the backcountry. And the MSR Lightning Ascent fits the bill at…

Written by Sponsored Post February 21, 2019

Muck Arctic Hunter Tall Boot Review: Toasty, Comfortable, Dependable

When it comes to winter boots, the Montana climate demands performance. And Muck’s Arctic Hunter Tall Boots deliver.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri February 21, 2019

Weston Carbon Backwoods Splitboard Review: Most Durable Carbon Board?

Huck 30-foot cliffs with a carbon board? Now that’s a serious claim. Weston updates the Backwoods in carbon for 2019. We toured in Wyoming and…

Written by Nate Mitka February 20, 2019

Hard to Watch: Skier Buried, Recovered From Avalanche

If you ski in the backcountry, you put yourself in avalanche terrain. Make good choices, ski with a competent team, and be safe out there!

Written by Sean McCoy February 20, 2019

Kings and Queens of Corbet’s: Watch Highlights of Cliff Huck Competition

Travis Rice and Caite Zeliff were crowned King and Queen of Corbet’s during the second-annual competition held at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. This video highlights some…

Written by Nate Mitka February 19, 2019

Kilian Jornet Skis Europe’s Tallest Vertical Rock Face: Watch ‘Troll Wall’

This wall is so steep it’s hard to believe Kilian Jornet made it down. Watch him ice climb up, then ski down slopes of more…

Written by Nate Mitka February 19, 2019

Not So Epic: Arapahoe Basin Breaks Up With Vail Resorts

Arapahoe Basin Ski Resort will no longer be part of Vail Resorts’ Epic Pass for the 2019-2020 season.

Written by Sean McCoy February 18, 2019

Never Summer Lady West Snowboard Review: Women Who Rip, Take Note

The top-selling Never Summer snowboard shape for men is now available for women. We ripped around Copper Mountain in Colorado for this first look review…

Written by Julie Kailus February 18, 2019

I Skied With an Exoskeleton: ROAM Elevate First Look

The ROAM Elevate is a robotic exoskeleton for skiing. I was one of the first people outside the brand to try it.

Written by Sean McCoy February 15, 2019

3D Print This Remote-Controlled Snowblower

The remote-controlled 2X Spyker KAT costs hundreds less than a traditional snowblower, is customizable, and looks REALLY badass.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 15, 2019

Arc’teryx Academy: Backcountry Classes From Pro Guides, Athletes

Arc’teryx hosts three academies every year: backcountry ski touring, rock climbing, and alpine adventures. I attended the Backcountry Academy in Wyoming last week to learn…

Written by Nate Mitka February 13, 2019

Watch Cody Townsend Descend Narrow Couloir on Snow Blades

Cody Townsend and his crew take a new spin on a popular descent in Nevada — Terminal Cancer. They drop in the narrow chute on…

Written by Nate Mitka February 13, 2019

Breaking Down Kilian Jornet’s 24-Hour Uphill Record Gear

Last week, Kilian Jornet did what he does best, crushing the 24-hour record for vertical gain. This is the kit he used to do it.

Written by Sean McCoy February 12, 2019

Editor’s Pick: My Favorite Winter Gloves Are 50% Off Right Now

Cold hands suck. So do bulky gloves that turn your fingers into useless pegs. Enter Mountain Standard — maker of the warmest, comfiest gloves I’ve…

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 12, 2019

ISPO Gold: 2019 Snowsports Winners

What are the greatest products in all the (European) land? ISPO, held yearly in Munich, is the largest outdoor industry show in the world. These…

Written by Sean McCoy February 11, 2019

Sweet Protection Jumps Head-First Into Snow Goggles

The brand Sweet Protection, known for snow sports and whitewater helmets, launched goggles for 2019.

Written by Sean McCoy February 08, 2019

REI Winter Clearance: The Gear That’s Too Good to Miss

Winter isn’t over just yet. But the burn from purchasing full-price gear can be. Today, one epic midseason sale blows in: REI Winter Clearance.

Written by Julie Kailus February 08, 2019

Custom Skis Rising: 4 Booming Brands of Boutique Skis

By definition, custom ski brands will never be the next big thing. But handmade and boutique ski shops provide a personalized experience and aesthetic that…

Written by Berne Broudy February 07, 2019

Phantom Lens: 3 Optical Issues Bollé Solved in a Ski Goggle

Longstanding brand Bollé is bringing Phantom — its most powerful light-adaptive technology — to 17 ski goggle models this season.

Written by Sponsored Post February 07, 2019

‘The Art Of The Turn’: Watch a Ski Racer Fly

Victor Muffat-Jeandet is an Olympic medalist and one of the fastest and most powerful skiers in the world. This slow-motion carving and skiing video captures…

Written by Nate Mitka February 06, 2019

Gear for the Elements: What to Take on a Winter Hike

Want to get out in weather that keeps most people cocooned in their beds? Here’s how to stay warm and prepare to spend the day…

Written by Sponsored Post February 01, 2019

Macro Puff Review: Patagonia’s Famous Puffy Gets Puffier

Patagonia: ‘This is the lightest, most packable high-insulation piece we’ve ever made.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 30, 2019

Watch Travis Rice’s Winning Line From the Freeride World Tour

Watch Travis Rice spin a 720 and stomp a backflip on this winning run from the Freeride World Tour in Japan.

Written by Nate Mitka January 28, 2019

What’s in Your Puffy: ‘Track My Down’ Is a Feather Trove of Information

Fill power, country of origin, sustainability certifications — even the species a feather came from — ALLIED Feather & Down’s tracker offers a wealth of…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 23, 2019

The Biggest Lines in the World: History of Freeride Video

Watch phenomenal big-mountain skiing, and top-notch cinematography to back it, in ‘Twenty: An Accidental History of Freeride.’ Just be prepared for jaw-dropping lines and very close calls.

Written by Nate Mitka January 23, 2019

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